It snowed a little bit over the weekend andI have to say, I was pretty excited about having an excuse to break out my trusty yellow duck umbrella and my new cherry redTullecoat for Sunday brunch.

My partner and I had a great brunch and as we were about to leave, this woman from a table behind us stopped me and told me that she had been admiring (albeit more like conspicuously staring) at me for most of her breakfast and that she just loved what I was wearing. I politely thanked her, but I just felt so...awkward. I had noticed her through the corner of my eye staring at me as she was talking to her gentleman caller. I kept thinking: "is there something on my face?"It made me very uncomfortable.

I tried to ignore it and I just focused on my partner and what he was talking to me about at the time.At some point, I eventually looked right at her and she looked away. Ugh. I did appreciate the compliment, butI have to say that there is an art to admiration from afar and some peoplejust haven't mastered it. =/~

Ok. Moving on. Heh. After brunch, we stopped at a nearby java joint to just hang out, drink good coffee, read good books and enjoy the falling snow. It was so nice and relaxing. I truly enjoy and appreciate my little "coffee days." That night, a wonderful musician played such beautiful songs on a viola. I didn't even know there was going to be a musical guest. It was certainly a nice end to a lazy Sunday.

On the way, we made a pit stop at a park so I could create some blog content. ;P The snow turned to light rain and my partner complained about cold hands and a wet camera lens, so I couldn't take very many photos outside. However, I took more photos when we got back home.

Oh, hey! That's me at home! Cool. :D So, I just love my new Tulle coat. I'd never shopped with Tulle, before. They had an amazing 60% off sale over Thanksgiving weekend in 2012 and I just couldn't help myself. I bought two coats, a trench capelet, an amazing floral dress with lace trim and elbow length black gloves for about $100 including shipping. It was an incredible deal, because the real value of these items was almost $300. The quality of the items were impeccable. This coat is very well constructed and it came with a notice that its fabric had been dermatologically tested and that it would be safe to wear. I thought that was pretty cool. I really want to get this coat in kelly green and yellow.

The orange infinity scarf is from Cotton On. I bought it around November 2012 not long after Cotton On opened their US on-line site. They have very reasonable prices and, although they're based in Australia, their items ship from within the US. I find that they're really good for affordable basics.

I'm also sporting my teal skinnies from Nasty Gal, yet another first time purchase made over Thanksgiving weekend. Honestly, I can't afford to shop there unless there is a sale. I'm just not that cool. Sorry! Haha. :/~ In addition to the skinnies, I got an awesome batwing red/black plaid high-low tunic and a taupe over-sized clutch purse. I've always wanted one of those. :PThe awesome yellow Cambridge satchel is from VJ Style.I did a little VJ Style review featuring this satchel previously. You can see that review here.I scored it on sale for a fantastic price and it makes a great briefcase. I decided to carry it in a more casual way, this time, though. I packed it with my laptop, gloves, iPod, iGrado headphones, wallet, "Music Is An Outburst of the Soul" pencil case and my 900 page Wheel of Time novel.It was pretty weighed down, but it held up like a champ. Great purchase.

Oasap Review

I got the wonderful mohair snowflake sweater from Oasap for just $32.50. It was originally $65. However, I took advantage of one of their Black Friday deals back in November 2012. I also got three other sweaters: a blue and a cream one, both with elbow patches, and an over-sized dark green one.

I was nervous about shopping with them, because I didn't receive a tracking number with the emails notifying me that my items had shipped. Also, I bought this sweater as a separate order from the other three and this one shipped first (within 3 business days). However, my other shipment, took almost 7 business days to ship. I freaked out and started searching for reviews on-line and I read some major horror stories. So, I freaked out even more and asked my dear friend Pamada from Just Pandippo about her experience with Oasap, since she used to be a part of their blogger program. She said her experiences shopping with them had been positive and basically advised me to be patient.

Of course, I could not be patient. Haha. It's not my nature. I contacted customer service and asked them to provide a tracking number for the first shipment. The next day, they provided a USPS tracking number. Since my item is shipped by air, it took a few days for the USPS tracking number to produce any shipping information. Eventually, I was able to track my item and the sweater arrived.It was extremely well packaged, too. Needless to say, I was quite relieved.

My sweater was wrapped in plastic and placed in a reusable canvas bag which had the Oasap logo on it and some decorations. I wasn't expecting that. None of the other places with which I regularly shop provide reusable bags as packing material. Pretty cool!The sweater was exactly as pictured and super soft. I've never worn anything so soft. I guess that's the Mohair? This is my first Mohair item.Also, it is a "one-size" item and I'm tall with long arms, so I was expecting it to be short, but it fits perfectly. I think it's supposed to be an over-sized fit, however, I'm gargantuan. Haha. Yeah. It's more like a regular sweater on me.Also, much like my experience with Chicnova andVJ Style,the sweater didn't come with tags and I didn't receive a return receipt with my package.

Still, I got exactly what I bought, they didn't hide the ball when I sought a tracking number and my item arrived in very good condition. Maybe I just got lucky? It's in the realm of the possible.Still, if you've been curious about Oasap or if you've never even heard of them, I hope you find thisreview helpful.At this rate, I think I will shop with them, again.If I have anegativeexperience,though, I will share it!

I do hope everyone has a fantastic weekend! I always look forward to what my weekends may bring. :D

I've never shopped in Oasap but someday I will - they have great clothes, like your sweater! I love this kind of everyday multicolour look :)

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Anna

2/8/2013 11:01:20 am

Thanks! It's a struggle for me to be colorful, so I give it my best shot whenever I can. I feel like the more colorful I am, the more people will look/stare at me. Haha. I'm a little shy, I guess. <3

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Denice

12/12/2013 09:36:38 am

This is the worst online store ever! The dress I ordered was made with such cheap material, when I tried emailed this company for a return address which they don't give you, they offered me $13, then finally they emailed me the return address and I took it to fedex to return it, FedEx told me that the $54 dress I bought would cost $95.01 to return to china! This is a rip off company!

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Anna

1/1/2014 04:22:25 pm

Hey! I apologize for the belated reply! For some reason I don't get notifications when comments are left as replies to other people's comments. Sometimes I go through and read old posts, because I'm anal. Haha. So, for once, my meticulousness (neuroticism?) is a positive thing. ^_^

That totally sucks about the quality issues and return shipping fiasco. I was lucky in that I didn't have to return the items I purchased. They worked out for me. Like I said though, I didn't even receive a return receipt with my order, so I probably would have been at a loss for what do if the situation were different.

Did you try getting a quote from USPS? They have competitive First Class International Shipping rates. Were they going to let you keep the dress anyway and just offered you $13? Weird.

You know, ASOS has very similar items to Oasap and they offer free shipping on everything AND they give you pre-paid shipping labels to return your items. My advice is to give them a try!

I'm terribly sorry about what happened! :/ I'll have to remember to be extra careful about what I purchase. I'd hate to have to try sending something back with those guys.

I've definitely had those moments when I realize people are staring at me, and I start to wonder if there's something on my face, or if I missed a button on my shirt or something. It's so weird! Anyway, I love that yellow satchel and red coat together. Such a fun, bright combo!

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Anna

2/10/2013 11:44:33 am

Yeah. I wish I could tell what people were thinking during those moments. I always assume it's something negative. I prefer when people just come up to me and say something. It's less awkward. :D

I resigned from oasap.com. they got very snobby with me because i wasnt doing what they wanted me to do enough...i was posting their photos every 2 hours a day! their products felt really cheap as well. Im done with them.

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Anna

4/15/2013 04:01:03 pm

Hey, Hayley! That sucks! You must be referring to their blogger program? I'm not cool enough to even be considered for that kind of a partnership, so I can't really speak to that side of their business. I'm thankful that my first and only experience with Oasap so far has been pleasant. I'm totally aware that this could change, though. If I experience anything negative from a consumer stand point, I'll be sure to post an updated review!

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Renee

10/5/2013 05:57:19 pm

omg thank you for the review for oasap! i want to get a couple things but i was so scared by all the horror stories people left when i googled how trustable they were!
being a broke fashion addict teenager really sucks man
thank you!

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Anna

10/6/2013 05:23:20 am

Rad! Glad to help! If you have any questions or anything just send me an email from my Contact page. ^_^ <3

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Trish

10/17/2013 02:49:18 am

Thanks for posting this. I have been anxiously awaiting my 1st Oasap order and have just started doing the frantic web research you describe above as A) it's taking forever B) I never got a reply when I emailed them an inquiry C) my items allegedly shipped last night but they did not provide a tracking number D) I WANT MY DARN CLOTHES.

Your post is thus far the only thing to set me even mildly at ease. So thank you! Cross your fingers for me!

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Anna

10/17/2013 05:37:41 am

Rad! I'm so glad these reviews are actually helping people! I know what it's like to be super nervous about giving my money to a business I know nothing about. It may take some time for them to get back to your email, as they are located overseas and there's quite a bit of a time difference. So, if it's only been 24 hours, I'd be patient. Also, try sending them a message via Facebook and ask for tracking information relating to your shipment. Be sure to give them your order number. You may get a quicker response that way.

I haven't had an opportunity to purchase anything else from them lately. I might get something during their annual sale next month. If I experience anything negative next time around, I'll do an updated review! My fingers are crossed for you! <3

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